Area Demographics

The Community

Grand Terrace, which is referred to as the ‘Blue Mountain City' is located in San Bernardino County on the I-215 corridor and is strategically situated between the cities of Riverside and San Bernardino. Major improvements are nearly complete on I-215, which will dramatically enhance Grand Terrace's easy access to the Southern California freeway system. Incorporated in 1978, Grand Terrace has a population of 12,315 and is known for offering a superb quality of life with a relaxed small-town feel, along with quiet neighborhoods, clean streets, high achieving public schools and a safe community environment.

Positive Attributes
The following are just some of the positive attributes Grand Terrace presents:

Grand Terrace residents have disposable income with Grand Terrace having the 6th highest Median Household Income of San Bernardino County cities at $69,080 (which is higher than Ontario and San Bernardino, as well as the neighboring communities of Colton, Loma Linda and Riverside.

Grand Terrace has charming, safe and clean neighborhoods with a diverse housing stock, which offers affordability with an average home value of $321,900.

Grand Terrace public schools are high-achieving and Grand Terrace Elementary has been designated as a California Distinguished School.

26% of Grand Terrace residents have a Bachelor's Degree or higher, with 87% having a High School Degree or better.

Grand Terrace has been ranked by Money Magazine as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live.

In May 2014, the Grand Terrace City Council adopted Grand Terrace Vision 2030, including a Strategic Plan to help guide the City of Grand Terrace through the period of 2014 to 2020. The Strategic Plan has several high priorities including a strong emphasis on economic development and attracting new businesses to locate in the community.